Kidney Cancer Unfiltered

John Ferrell, a kidney cancer patient, and Nichole Goble, Director of Community Initiatives at the Caregiver Action Network, join host Annamaria Scaccia to dive into the complexities of intimacy and relationships when living with cancer, from how the dynamics of closeness change to showing vulnerability while processing new emotions. Visit kidneycancer.org for more support and resources.

Melissa Helmick is a young kidney cancer survivor who continues to grapple with the unknown. She joins host Annamaria Scaccia to share how she was initially dismissed by providers who labeled kidney cancer as an "old person’s disease," leading to isolation and uncertainty. Listen with us as we go through her journey of finding resilience and connecting with fellow young adult survivors. Visit kidneycancer.org for more support and resources.

Jason Hinojosa, a two-time kidney cancer survivor, talks with host Annamaria Scaccia about balancing work and ambition, finding support in others, and becoming a parent while navigating cancer. Visit kidneycancer.org for more support and resources.

Lauren Burling, MSS, LCSW, is a therapist and clinical oncology social worker with the organization Cancer Support Community. She joins host Annamaria Scaccia to unpack the heavy emotions people with cancer often face through their journey, including the evolving landscape of psychosocial care, "scanxiety", and techniques to manage your emotions independently, as well as practical steps to take to find mental health support. Visit kidneycancer.org for more support and resources.

Steven Edwards, diagnosed after 9/11 with kidney cancer, and his daughter Lisia Edwards join host Annamaria Scaccia to discuss supporting a parent through a diagnosis, the pivotal role of communication, and the importance of providing outlets for children navigating the emotional journey of living with cancer. Visit kidneycancer.org for more support and resources.

Tracy Poyneer talks with host Annamaria Scaccia about the challenges of navigating kidney cancer during the Covid-19 pandemic and the lasting effects we don't talk enough about. Tracy also gets real about life after surgery and, beyond her journey, how she's championed breaking down barriers and building bridges in the community. Visit kidneycancer.org for more support and resources.

Welcome to Kidney Cancer Unfiltered, a podcast by the Kidney Cancer Association. Host and kidney cancer survivor Annamaria Scaccia leads candid conversations with people impacted by kidney cancer to dive deep into the raw, unfiltered stories that often go untold. In each episode, we explore the emotional rollercoaster of kidney cancer and how to come out resilient. Because when it comes to kidney cancer, every story deserves to be heard, unfiltered. Subscribe and join us every week for conversations that matter. For more information about kidney cancer, visit the Kidney Cancer Association at www.kidneycancer.org.